The committees will help define the problem of homelessness in Duluth.

After doing some research with other homeless advocacy agencies; Bob Grytdahl, Human Rights Officer for the city, says there are about 200 people who are without a home.

"There are a number of reasons why people find themselves experiencing homelessness. It's beyond their control and a lot of good things are happening in Duluth," said Grytdahl. "What we are doing is trying to identify the gaps."

The commission will present their findings to the city council after they have gathered more data on the issue.

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At this point, commissioners say know there are around 2–hundred homeless people in Duluth.